Spirit Day

Cultural Meeting

Message from the Principal

Welcome to the Collegiate American School, home of the Sand Cats!

CAS is a vibrant and welcoming learning community located in the heart of Umm Suqeim 2, Dubai, away from the traffic and towers. CAS staff are committed to the holistic development of every learner while supporting students to reach the highest levels of achievement. From Pre Kindergarten through grade 12, our values-driven educational program engages a highly international group of students. Many of our students walk or cycle to school from nearby though they come from all over the world. As a neighborhood school, we know first-hand that developing warm relationships among students, teachers and parents creates an environment where students thrive. No matter where they live in Dubai and no matter where they come from -- our students can't wait to get to school each day!

Low class sizes and a commitment to every learner result in individual attention for all CAS students. Non-native English speakers are welcome at CAS and provided intensive support to develop their English language skills. Classrooms at Collegiate American School (CAS) are vocabulary rich and experiential learning, inquiry and collaborative group work support critical thinking in all content areas. Gifted and talented students spark their skills and special abilities in out GATEway program. Learning is supported in all environments including field trips (local and international) that extend our curriculum, and events that celebrate global-minded thinking and display our learning.

The CAS curriculum is aligned to the New York state Common Core Standards. CAS also offers the IB Diploma program as an option for study in grades 11 and 12. All students completing the high school program at CAS are eligible for a US High School Diploma and those completing the requirements of the International Baccalaureate Organization earn the IB Diploma as well. The high school advisor works closely with students on university preparedness and the university admissions process to ensure that students are guided in appropriate university or career pathways.

CAS is very proud to be a growing, inclusive school set on developing the values of achievement, innovation, integrity, respect, responsibility and collaboration. Our goal is to develop good humans and help them to maximize their potential in all areas. We ensure learning in classes as well as through experiences in a robust co-curricular activity and athletics program. We are proudly accredited with the Council of International Schools (CIS), New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) and IBDP authorized. Professional development offered to our teachers ensures they can meet the needs of all learners and keeps us abreast of current trends in American education.

The sense of community that completes Collegiate American School is admirable. Often, students will comment, “we are a family” which is important to our global citizens as they travel the globe for opportunities in higher education or employment. The school balances American education and traditions in an international setting while celebrating the diversity of its stakeholders. CAS families know that we are the school with 'heart'. We invite prospective families to visit us and experience that in person.